Bill · started in the Commons

Road Traffic (Horse and Rider Safety) Bill

A Bill to make provision about the required speed and distance for passing horses in a moving vehicle; to provide for the inclusion of equestrian safety in driving theory tests; to make provision about the teaching of equestrian safety in driving education; and for connected purposes.

In progress Current stage: 2nd reading (Commons)

The story so farThe Road Traffic (Horse and Rider Safety) Bill was introduced in the House of Commons on 15 September 2025 by Mr Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat). It is now at second reading in the House of Commons. Second reading is the first debate on the overall principle of the bill; if the bill clears it, detailed committee scrutiny follows.

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Progress through Parliament

  1. 1st reading Commons 15 Sep 2025
  2. 2nd reading Commons Current

Source: the official bill page. Last updated 5 May 2026.